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give-and-take

[giv-uhn-teyk] / ˈgɪv ənˈteɪk /




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The European Union, with its cumbersome culture of consensus-building and give-and-take, was the most elaborate expression of that political way of life.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 19, 2026

Whatever the reason, it’s a shame that one of the couple’s final collaborative works — a very sweet and realistic tale of give-and-take — is all but missing from the documentary about their relationship.

From Salon • Oct. 18, 2025

It’s this beautiful give-and-take of a group of friends because life just doesn’t stop life-ing.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 14, 2025

Eleven of the Democrats have raised at least $100,000, and the campaign’s sharp give-and-take in the days before the May 14 primary suggests there is no clear favorite.

From Seattle Times • May 6, 2024

The give-and-take of scientific discussion was fostered by another Lawrence innovation: the Journal Club, a weekly colloquium to which all the Rad Lab staff and visitors from other departments were invited.

From "Big Science" by Michael Hiltzik




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